Scholarships & Awards

Applications for all Scholarships & Awards can be found in the “Document Repository” .

Each year, CFOM honors the impressive work & community service of current Chelmsford music students through the CFOM Scholarships & Awards. Scholarships support students in their pursuit of opportunities to continue their music education by providing financial support to those who qualify. Awards recognize students’ dedication to community service for CFOM.

Students may apply for as many Scholarships & Awards as desired. Scholarships & Awards are generally presented each year at the CHS & Middle School Spring concerts. Those not in attendance will be notified individually. Should there be no Spring concert(s), alternative means of award will be implemented.

The number and value of awards will be based upon the availability of funds and number of applicants. All decisions of the CFoM Scholarship Committee will be final.

College Scholarships

College Scholarships are awarded to CHS graduating Seniors who will be attending a 4-year or 2-year institution for college.

CFoM College Scholarship

CFoM College Scholarships are awarded to deserving students to recognize their dedication to music and to encourage them to continue their music education.

Eligibility Requirements

  • The applicant must plan to Major or Minor in Music.
  • The applicant must be currently enrolled in the Chelmsford Public School System and be an active member in one of the graded performance band, chorus or orchestra programs offered by the Chelmsford School System.
  • The applicant must have performed a minimum of 10 hours of documented volunteer service to CFoM prior to the date of this application. Inquiries regarding volunteer hours or any other questions can be sent to chelmsfordfriendsofmusic@gmail.com
  • The deadline to submit the application is May 1st.

Caleb Flores College Scholarship

The Caleb Flores College Scholarships are awarded to deserving students to recognize their story of how music has played an important role in their life.

Eligibility Requirements

  • CHS graduating Seniors who will be attending a 4-year or 2-year institution
  • The applicant must be currently enrolled in the Chelmsford Public School System and be an active member in one of the graded performance band, chorus or orchestra programs offered by the Chelmsford School System.
  • The deadline to submit the application and all documents is May 1st.

Camp Assistance Scholarships

Camp Assistance scholarships are awarded to Middle and High School students attending Music Summer Camp (either in-person or virtual camps) to defray a portion of the program cost. Programs from past years include UML Mary Jo Leahey Symphonic Band camp, UNH Summer Youth Music School, and Salve Regina Jazz Camp at Newport.
Note: Camp Scholarship awards are meant to assist with, not totally cover, the cost of tuition for a summer music camp.

Eligibility Requirements

  • The applicant must be currently enrolled in the Chelmsford Public School System and be an active member in one of the performance band, chorus or orchestra programs offered by the Chelmsford School System.
  • The applicant must have performed a minimum of 4 hours of documented volunteer service to CFoM.
  • The deadline to submit the application and all documents is May 1st.

Community Service Awards

Service Awards are given to students who have volunteered their time as part of CFOM events & outreach. Service hours earned volunteering for CFOM may also be used to qualify for other community service scholarships and awards (ie. National Honor Society, Scouts, school scholarships).

Varsity Music Jacket Award

Students in their 3rd or 4th year of a High School graded music performance program can earn both a Varsity and a Music jacket.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Students must be have volunteered 10 hours for CFOM while in high school
  • Deadline to submit the application and all documentation is January 15th.